It’s often hard to imagine how a fireplace will look and feel after a renovation, so looking at successful transformations is essential.
These 10 before-and-after fireplace makeovers show what’s possible—and in many cases, it only involved a bit of paint!
@handymanfelipe1
This first modern fireplace remodel makes the most of the room’s height.
The result is grand.
Painting the boards black gives needed contrast from the rest of the house.
@paradisaic_inc and @amandashieldsinteriors
These before and after pictures of this fireplace remodel don’t even look like the same home.
Everything has been updated, and it looks fantastic. The fireplace stone is stunning.
@thewoodfordoak
Danielle from @thewoodfordoak shared these images of their stunning fireplace makeover.
It went from an old, tired, traditional brick fireplace to a light, bright, modern fireplace.
She shared:
Fireplace makeover is finally complete.
I’m excited for the focal point of our home to reflect our style. Our family room is so much brighter but still has that cozy feel.
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Makeover checklist:
- Lime wash brick
- Build a new mantel
- Paint fireplace surround
@claireakennedy
This next transformation is much more dramatic.
The original fireplace had been removed and covered up, though the chimney remained intact.
In the post, Claire shared:
Progression of the fireplace in stills (plus a little video of when we first found it boarded over)
We actual had to add a lintel to this fireplace as crazily there was nothing literally supporting it, I have zero idea how the whole chimney breast hadn’t fell down!
Another stunning result. Such a cozy fireplace!
@1unogroup
Next, we have this remarkable transformation, taking a dated brick fireplace surround into the present day.
The account shared:
Fireplace makeover✅
Custom built-ins, mantel, and fireplace surround.
@styleitwithjackie
Jackie from Style it with Jackie shared:
Check out this fireplace makeover🤩!
We kept the original log set, designed a contemporary facade, and cladded it with this gorgeous matte black stone.
It’s a simple but classy fireplace transformation.
@jenmaxwelldesign
These fireplace makeover before and after pictures show how important the area above the fireplace is…
The fireplace surround is made from hardy board with a concrete skim coat over top.
@purelychichome
This fireplace is transformed with a little bit paint and albow grease!
The account shared:
What home project are you most proud of?
For me it’s my fireplace makeover because I did it myself for less than $75 and it made such an impact on the space!
Check out these empty fireplace ideas for inspiration on how to fill it when not in use.
@renovationsells
This old ’70s fireplace brick gets a makeover.
After cleaning fireplace brick, it can look amazing painted.
The account shared:
Talk about brightening up a room! ✨
Just a bit of paint transformed this cozy corner, adding warmth and value to the home. #renovationsells #fireplacemakeover
@e.l_carpentry
They keep the original brick wall in this fireplace update, but add modern shelving and cabinets.
The fireplace itself has also been modernized.
Fireplace Makeovers
Hopefully, these fireplace transformations have shown you what’s possible.
There are many ways to modernize a fireplace, and not all require a full renovation, as shown here. Sometimes all you need is a bit of paint and a new feature above the mantel.
Let us know what you’re working on in the comments below!
